by Beth Felsen | Oct 1, 2026 | Blog Post, College Readiness, Life Transitions
Summertime has a lot of potential for autistic high school students. With more flexible schedules and a break from traditional classes, students have an opportunity to focus on skills that can be harder to practice during the school year, including executive function,...
by Beth Felsen | Sep 1, 2026 | Blog Post, College Readiness, Life Transitions
Transitions can require a lot of mental energy. A young adult starting college, moving into a new living situation, beginning a job, or adjusting to a different schedule is not just learning a new routine. They may also be navigating unfamiliar expectations, new...
by Beth Felsen | Aug 1, 2026 | Blog Post, College Readiness, Life Transitions
And the countdown to the first day of college begins! If you’re the parent of a rising first-year, you’ve likely bought all the necessary physical supplies, like textbooks and shower shoes. However, you might not have considered the support your student will need to...
by Beth Felsen | Jul 1, 2026 | Blog Post, College Readiness, Life Transitions
Independence doesn’t happen all at once. As neurodivergent young adults grow, parents gradually shift from managing daily responsibilities to supporting, coaching, and advising. Knowing when, and how, to make that transition isn’t always easy. July often...
by Beth Felsen | Apr 7, 2026 | Career Guidance, Coaching 101, College Readiness, Life Transitions
For families raising autistic and other neurodivergent teens and young adults, college preparedness doesn’t stop with picking a college. There’s a setup phase that can make a big difference in how supported a student feels once classes begin. That setup phase usually...
by Beth Felsen | Mar 10, 2026 | Career Guidance, Coaching 101, College Readiness, Life Transitions
When families are helping their autistic teen or young adult choose a college, it’s easy to focus on the obvious factors like cost, location, or rankings. Those things matter. But one of the most important and often overlooked pieces of college preparedness is...
